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Rivals, a Greeting in Mid-Air (litho)
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Rivals, a Greeting in Mid-Air (litho)
1042289 Rivals, a Greeting in Mid-Air (litho) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rivals, a Greeting in Mid-Air. Illustration for The Graphic, 20 June 1896.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 25159690
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Balloons Captive Balloon Earls Court Exhibition Fairgrounds Great Wheel Mid Air Rivals Visitors Ferris Wheels
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Rivals, a Greeting in Mid-Air - A Captivating Encounter at the Earls Court Exhibition
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. This lithograph print, titled "Rivals, a Greeting in Mid-Air" transports us back to the vibrant atmosphere of the late 19th century. Created by Henri Lanos and published as an illustration for The Graphic on June 20,1896, this artwork captures a thrilling moment amidst the bustling fairgrounds of London. The scene unfolds high above the ground, where two rival hot air balloons gracefully float mid-air. Suspended beneath them is the iconic Great Wheel of Earls Court Exhibition – an impressive ferris wheel that once dominated London's skyline. As visitors marvel at this spectacle from below, they witness an unexpected encounter between these airborne rivals. Intriguingly, this meeting seems more like a friendly greeting than a fierce competition. The engraving beautifully portrays both balloons drifting towards each other with elegance and precision. It is as if their occupants are exchanging pleasantries or perhaps acknowledging one another's skillful navigation through the sky. Lanos masterfully captures not only the excitement but also the serenity of this momentous occasion. The fine details and delicate shading bring life to every element within this composition – from the intricate patterns adorning each balloon to the joyful expressions on spectators' faces below. As we gaze upon "Rivals, a Greeting in Mid-Air" we are transported back in time to experience firsthand both the grandeur of
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